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08/14/2024

Find your sparkle in ✨

Such a stunning capture by .jeb!

08/13/2024

You’ll find an endless selection of delicious organic beverages and healthy eats at Kreation Juice! Choose from handcrafted teas, premium smoothies, full plates, and both hot and cold tapas for your next sit-down meal or to-go treat. 🍵🌱

Kreation Kafe is even home to all-day breakfast and a one-of-a-kind avocado toast bar! 🥯🥑

📍 1023 Montana Ave
🕐 7 am - 8:30 pm daily

Learn more about this Montana Avenue - Santa Monica, CA staple: https://bit.ly/46HL3tv

08/06/2024

Always in a state of mind. ☀️🌊

captured these ✨stunning✨ moments of the on film!

08/05/2024

Reminder: Santa Monica looks like this in the summer✨

07/24/2024

Beach -> rinse -> repeat. 🏖️

More stunning shots of Santa Monica through RDVerseman Art lens.🌅

Use in your SaMo snaps for a chance to be featured on our page!

07/23/2024

Situated quaintly on a tree-lined street, Tartine Bakery Santa Monica's selection of delicate pastries, top-tier coffee, and light-filled Tudor interior make it an undeniably charming spot.☕

Whether you choose to cozy up beneath a stained glass window or opt to enjoy the ocean air in their garden, this idyllic cafe is the perfect setting to recharge.🌱

07/19/2024

We're overjoyed to share that Santa Monica was awarded North America’s Leading Beach Destination by the World Travel Awards!🌎🩵

The World Travel Awards celebrate excellence across the travel and hospitality industries around the globe. Thank you to all who voted for our beautiful beach city!🌴

You can see the full list of winners here: https://bit.ly/3S9TEPl

07/17/2024

Indulge in the timeless elegance of Santa Monica’s coastal crown jewel, The Georgian Hotel .🌟 Once “the playground of Hollywood greats,” this beach-side beacon boasts a rich history reflected in its ornate Art Deco design and intimate, luxurious accommodations.

Whether you’re seeking a relaxing getaway or a celeb-status adventure, find your ultimate coastal stay at The Georgian.🌊🌴

Plan your visit to this iconic hotel here: https://bit.ly/3TaL2cJ

📸 2-6 by Douglas Friedman

07/12/2024

Discover a new level of relaxation at Santa Monica Proper Hotel.🌿 This luxe hotel's new Recovery Suite is a private haven crafted to help revitalize your mind and body.🛀

The suite features an invigorating cold plunge and detoxifying hot sauna, making it ideal for unwinding pre or post travel.🧊♨️

https://bit.ly/4bITvt8

07/11/2024

Free to access and boasting 20+ fine art galleries and venues, Bergamot Station aims to make the creative arts accessible to all!🎨🖌️

Here’s a rundown of some of their current can’t-miss exhibitions:

Makoto Egashira: Always Together
📍 Speedy Gallery
📅 June 15 - Aug 3

Nature’s Masquerade by Melissa Meier, Return from the Burn and Other Work by Dave Quick, and Echoes by Sasinun Zohm
📍 Lois Lambert Gallery
📅 July 13 - Aug 31

Spectrum Gestalt: A dynamic exploration of color and form
📍 bG Gallery
📅 July 20 - Aug 5

Save this post and let us know which exhibition you’re exploring this month! 🩵

07/10/2024

Sun, sand, and sea are all we need!☀️🏖

07/09/2024

Craving flavor? With its fragrant and fresh menu, charming interiors, and lush garden, Cobi’s is a hidden Santa Monica gem that is sure to delight every sense.🥘🌶️

Recognized by MICHELIN Guide with a bib-gourmand for their flavor-forward Southeast Asian dishes and cozy atmosphere, this quaint spot is a must for every foodie.🥗

More info at https://bit.ly/3x84r5E 👩‍🍳

07/08/2024

Cruising the Santa Monica waves.🏄‍♂️

Such a stunning capture by on IG! Be sure to tag us in your SaMo pics for a chance to be featured on our page!🩵

07/05/2024

With breath-taking panoramic views of the Pacific coast and a laid-back yet luxurious vibe, The Huntley Hotel epitomizes the Southern California lifestyle.🌅

Guests can look forward to playful stylings, plush accommodations, and a top-tier rooftop dining experience in addition to easy access to The Santa Monica Pier and the many culinary and shopping options offered at Third Street Promenade and Santa Monica Place.✨

What are you waiting for? Book your getaway here: https://bit.ly/4cPwPbA

07/04/2024

Wishing you and your families a very happy and safe Fourth of July!🎇

We hope to see you at the annual Fourth of July Parade today! This year’s theme is “Celebrate the Arts”, so we’ll be championing the vibrant artistic spirit at the heart of our community.🥳 You won’t want to miss it!

📍 Parade starts on Pico and Main Street
⏲️ Kickoff at 9:30 am

07/03/2024

La La Land Kind Cafe is a cafe with a purpose.✨ This bright and airy eatery is not only a hub for craft coffee, rich teas, and scrumptious cafe bites, but also for community care, with a core mission of hiring foster youth and spreading kindness to all who visit.🥐🍵

Their wholesome menu and noble cause give patrons the unique opportunity to fill their own cup...and someone else’s. What could be better?💛

📍 1426 Montana Ave #1, Santa Monica, CA

07/02/2024

Serve, set, spike!🏐 Did you know that Santa Monica is credited as the birthplace of beach volleyball?

Starting in the 1920s, visitors, locals, and volleyball legends alike have flocked to our beautiful beach to dig into the sand and get moving!🌴

What’s your favorite way to stay active in the summer?☀️

06/28/2024

Summer is officially here and we’re starting the season with the ✨ultimate✨ family-friendly celebration this weekend: Santa Monica Pier 360 Beach Festival!

💸 FREE
📍 200 Santa Monica Pier
🕒 9 am - 5 pm on Saturday June 29 and 9 am - 4 pm on Sunday June 30

Festivities will include:

☀️ Ocean sports competitions
☀️ Beach Volleyball, skateboarding
☀️ The Santa Monica Sandcastle Spectacular
☀️ Pop Sk8 roller rink
☀️ All-day music
☀️ Food and drinks
☀️ Interactive games

… and so much more! Check out the full program here: https://bit.ly/4cjoJIJ

06/27/2024

Stretch and refresh in the Santa Monica sun with Beach Yoga SoCal!☀️ With a rotating schedule of classes catered to a variety of skill levels, all yogis are welcomed to foster a deeper connection with themselves and with nature.🧘‍♀️

Learn more about this opportunity to get active the Santa Monica way here: https://bit.ly/4bXoNNP

06/26/2024

Beachside bliss 🩵🌴

06/25/2024

Spacious suites, a sprawling pool, and a 24-hour fitness center make Hilton Santa Monica Hotel & Suites a standout option for savvy travelers and families alike.🌴

With a prime location within walking distance of the Santa Monica Pier and Downtown Santa Monica, Inc., visitors can easily plan their perfect seaside adventure, whether they've come to dine, play, or bask in the Santa Monica sun.🌅

Even better? Convenient full-service dining options include an all-day restaurant, drinks at the on-site bar, and quick bites at the Market Place, making it easier than ever to recharge between activities.✨

Reserve your perfect room at the link here: https://bit.ly/4bYVsCL

06/24/2024

“Celebrate the Arts” with Santa Monica this 4th of July!🇺🇸

We’re kicking things off with FREE kids' goodie bags, including an art kit, coloring sheet, and some Santa Monica-themed treats! Stop by our Main Street visitor information center, located at 2427 Main Street, open 9am-5pm seven days a week, to grab your bags and get the creativity flowing. Don’t forget to bring back your completed coloring sheets so we can display your masterpieces for all to enjoy!🎨

Then, keep the festivities going at the 16th annual Fourth of July Parade taking place on Tuesday, July 4th!🎉 This triumphant procession of local organizations and classic cars will start at 9:30 am on Pico and Main Street, proceeding South on Main Street before turning right on Marine and ending at Barnard Way. We can’t wait to celebrate with you all!🎈

06/21/2024

The best view. ☀️

06/20/2024

Sun-drenched days courtesy of RDVerseman Art .🌅

We love sharing your snaps! Don't forget to use our hashtag for a chance to be featured.💙

06/18/2024

It's almost here! Downtown Santa Monica, Inc.'s annual Pride on the Promenade returns this Saturday, June 22 from 2 -8 pm.🌈

This iconic party on Third St Promenade will feature live musical performances, themed treats, fun games, and much more for the whole family to enjoy.✨

We're so excited to dance, dine, play, and celebrate our vibrant LGBTQIA+ community with you all!

Learn more at the link here: https://bit.ly/3VfHUf6

06/17/2024

Celebrate PRIDE on the Promenade in Downtown Santa Monica, Inc.!

🌈 Saturday, June 22nd, 2-8pm🌈
🪩 Live music presented by OUTLOUD
🫶🏼 Community Booths & Resources
🛍️ LGBTQ+ Vendors

And much more! https://bit.ly/3xmLZWU

06/13/2024

The newly renovated Santa Monica Hotel provides thrifty visitors a comfortable, budget-friendly, and sustainable way to stay in Santa Monica! Just blocks away from the beach, this vibrant hotel was designed to fit your needs, offering a range of lodging options fit for families and solo travelers alike. 🌊

An ideal location and refreshing accommodations make it easy to maximize your time in our gorgeous coastal city.💗🖤🤍

Take advantage of their offerings here: https://bit.ly/4cmGhTV

06/12/2024

Magic hour 🌅✨

06/11/2024

With its sprawling poolside dining terrace, a refined but relaxed menu, and an indoor-outdoor wraparound bar, Sugar Palm Santa Monica is ✨so✨ SoCal.

Enjoy fresh coastal flavors from sunup to sundown with their comprehensive food and beverage options, all inspired by local flavors and produce.

Whether you want to recharge with a Groundwork Coffee Co. coffee, replenish with a freshly-squeezed juice, or relax with a craft cocktail, elevate your vibe here: https://bit.ly/4bD9J8d

06/10/2024

Looking for family-friendly ways to celebrate the LGBTQIA+ community this month?🏳️‍🌈

Join The Crow this Friday and Saturday for their dynamic array of Pride programming!🫶✨

❤️ Friday June 14, 7 pm and 9 pm: Family Pride Storyectomy
❤️ Saturday June 15, 10 am - 1 pm: Free drag queen and king story hour and face painting on the
❤️ Saturday June 15, 2 pm: Pull My Finger Family Pride Improv
❤️ Saturday June 15, 3:30 pm: Youth Open Mic
❤️ Saturday June 15, 5 pm: BYOB: An LGBTQ+ Comedy Show for Parents with Babies
❤️ Saturday June 15, 6:30 pm: Live Music by Abby Posner Music
❤️ Saturday June 15, 8 pm: I Gotta Crow Comedy Show

You can learn more about the event lineup here: https://bit.ly/3Kn7fhZ

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Once every four years, the sport of beach volleyball takes center court, spiking the globe’s attention at the Olympics .🏐🏅 This year, we met up with three-time Olympic Gold medalist Kerri Walsh Jennings at Paris 2024 to shine a spotlight on Santa Monica’s impact on beach volleyball. 🌴🌊 “Not only is Santa Monica the birthplace of modern beach volleyball, but it was the place to train,” she reflected on the sport’s deep roots in our coastal city. “Santa Monica has always been a pinnacle in my life. Not only is it amazing for beach volleyball, with their 3.5 miles of white sand… now as someone who’s a mother, who appreciates being active and who wants to give my kids the amazing things I’ve experienced, Santa Monica is a no-brainer.” 🏖️ We had a fantastic time catching up with Kerri at the games! #santamonica #paris2024 #parisolympics #olympics #beachvolleyball

From its inception on the sands of Santa Monica to Olympic glory on the Champ de Mars in Paris, beach volleyball has stolen the hearts of players and viewers alike! 🏐🏅First popularized on our sunny shores in the 1920s, the game experienced a pivotal change in the summer of 1930, when Paul “Pablo” Johnson invented the iconic two-player team version of the sport and solidified its roots in the heart of Santa Monica.🌴This iteration quickly became a global phenomenon, eventually being inducted as a competitive Olympic sport in 1996. 🌊Next week marks the start of the beach volleyball quarterfinals at the Paris 2024 Olympics and we can’t wait to tune in! What teams are you hoping to see there?🌟.....#santamonica #olympics #paris2024 #volleyball #beachvball

Today’s #MondayMeditation: The waves crashing along the Santa Monica coastline 🌊🌅 . . . . . #santamonica #beach #vibes #sunset

✨Airport Park, Santa Monica CA✨ 📍 3201 Airport Ave ⏲️ Open 6 am - 11 pm daily 🌳 4 acres 🧒 Playground 🐶 Off-leash dog parks for small and large dogs ⚽ Synthetic turf sports field Tag someone you want to take here!🌱 . . . . . #santamonica #seesantamonica #park #outdoors #nature #naturelovers #beachday #picnicspot #picnic #LA #socal

Send this to someone you want to watch the sunset with ❤ #sunset #beachphotography #naturephotography #aesthetic #vibes

Join us in wishing acclaimed Santa Monica restaurant Melisse Restaurant and Chef Josiah Citrin a happy 25th anniversary, cementing its legacy as an icon of culinary innovation!❤️ The MICHELIN Guide Two Star institution from Chef Citrin is widely regarded for its thoughtful tasting menu combining fresh California ingredients with French culinary expertise, making an incredible impact on Santa Monica’s renowned culinary landscape. ⭐️⭐️ Chef Citrin is among Los Angeles’ first Michelin Star Chefs earning the accolade in 2008, and is a pillar of the region’s culinary community establishing Mélisse, Citrin and Augies On Main in Santa Monica.👨🏻‍🍳 His work is synonymous with the birth of the Los Angeles region’s innovative culinary scene, kicking off a strong community of visionary restaurateurs across the destination.✨ #santamonica #chef #michelinrestaurant #restaurant #michelinguide #finedining

Watching Pacific Park light up🌈✨ . . . . #santamonica #santamonicapier #aesthetic #timelapse #beachvibes

Never stop playing.🎡✨ All smiles at Pacific Park on the Santa Monica Pier!🩵 . . . . . #santamonica #pacificpark #pacpark #socal #familytime #travelinspo #bucketlist #solotraveler #traveltips

Pastel scenes from Santa Monica, CA.📍 Have you visited yet?🌊 #santamonica #beachvibes #aesthetics

With an endless array of designer outlets, local boutiques, and good eats, Third Street Promenade in Downtown Santa Monica is a retail lover’s paradise!🛍️ Peruse three car-free blocks lined with shops, restaurants, and eclectic street performers while working your way towards the iconic Santa Monica Place, a three-story open-air shopping experience unlike any other.👗 Check out our website for a comprehensive guide on shopping these iconic spots! . . . . . #santamonica #shopping #shoplocal #shoppingaddict #shopsmall #retailtherapy #mothersdaygift

What could be more quintessentially California than The Surfing Fox?🏄 A carefully curated menu highlights Chef David Yamaguchi’s Japanese twists on your favorite SoCal dishes, perfectly complimented by an intentional selection of craft “Foxtails” and mocktails.🍸 Standout items like the fresh and citrusy Ceviche, hearty vegan Caulilini, and grilled mahi Fish Tacos anchor this bright and flavor-forward menu.🍋 Sip and savor in an effortlessly stylish space, complete with floor-to-ceiling windows, stunning pier views, eclectic art, and exceptional programming — including live music on Friday nights! Plan your visit here: https://bit.ly/49ejR5f ✨ . . . . . #santamonica #socal #californiavibes #vacationmode #travelinspo #foodie #foodiegram #bucketlist #dineLA #losangeles #eatlocal #travelguide

The Crow is honored to partner with Santa Monica Travel and Tourism, MasterClass, Los Angeles Times , Santa Monica Brew Works , Imprint Revolution , and Comedy Gives Back to bring you the inaugural “Bergamot Comedy Festival”!🎉 LA’s premiere week-long comedy event is coming to Santa Monica at The Crow Comedy Club from Monday, April 1 - Saturday, April 6! This week-long festival will showcase the best comedians from across the country, all carefully selected from almost one thousand submissions. 🎭 Get your tickets to this spectacular event here: https://bit.ly/4c7LSOp VIP ticket admission includes a free one-year Masterclass pass!🌟 . . . . . #bergamotstation #comedyfestival #comedy #comedian #santamonica #events #festival #comedyshow #samo #travel #travelguide

Palisades Park is one of the best ways to #SeeSantaMonica!🌴 This city landmark is comprised of 26.4 acres of unbeatable seaside views, picnic areas, art installations, gardens, and a variety of attractions.🌊 You can see a full list of things to do at this iconic park here: https://bit.ly/3uAQpIw #santamonica #palisadespark #nature #naturelovers

Whether you're spending the holiday with friends, family, or that special someone, we hope your Valentine's Day is full of love!💖 #SantaMonica #valentinesday #valentinesvibes #beach #beachvibes #aesthetic

Our #MondayMeditation: Counting the waves as they roll across the Santa Monica shore 🌊🌊🌊 📸 Stunning footage courtesy of Visit California . . . . #SeeSantaMonica #santamonica #beachvibes #beach #vacationvibes #travelinspo #beachphotography #california #oceanviews

Pier perfection.✨ 🎥 Gorgeous footage of the Santa Monica Pier courtesy of Visit California . . . . . #SeeSantaMonica #santamonica #santamonicapier #beachvibes #vacationvibes #travelinspo #travelguide #travelers #beachlife

Beloved by international chefs and casual cooks alike, the Downtown Santa Monica Farmers Market at Arizona Ave. and 2nd St has been attracting curious travelers and dedicated foodies since 1991.🍓 With as many as 75 farmers spread out over four blocks, the market offers both fresh produce staples as well as an endless array of unique ingredients to discover.🥬 Check out the full schedule here: https://bit.ly/3TVQVLe #SeeSantaMonica #DineSantaMonica #farmersmarket #eatlocal #foodie

Limited full-price tickets to Frieze Los Angeles 2024 are on sale now! #FriezeLA will return from February 29 – March 3 2024, to Santa Monica Airport. The fair will feature over 95 of today’s most exciting galleries from LA and around the world. Plus, an expansive program of ambitious installations, collaborations with non-profit organizations, and pop-ups from some of Los Angeles' most beloved restaurants. Don’t miss out. Buy your tickets now: https://bit.ly/3TQScmY @friezeofficial #Frieze 🎥 Courtesy of Frieze

Good eats and Aussie vibes at @blueyskitchen!☕ The Austrailian roots of this quaint surf cafe shine through its relaxed atmosphere, friendly staff, and a love for fresh, local produce. Whether you're refreshing with a smoothie, recharging with a latte, or refilling with one of their hearty bowls, their menu is packed with savory and sweet options to satisfy every crazing! 🥪 📸 Video courtesy of @_tamonde_ on Instagram #DineSantaMonica #BlueysCafe #travelgram #eatlocal

There's just over a month left to grab your tickets for the Dr. Seuss Experience at Santa Monica Place! ✨ Hang out with your favorite Seuss-tastic characters, venture through the Truffala trees, ride a glittering carousel, and much more! See the full schedule here: https://bit.ly/3v7LjmC #SeeSantaMonica #SantaMonicaPlace #FamilyFriendly #DrSeuss